Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash on I-84 east in West Hartford caused significant traffic delays on Tuesday morning. WFSB-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man is scheduled to appear in court for the fatal traffic stop incident involving Connecticut State Trooper Aaron Pelletier. WFSB-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut Attorney General William Tong was unanimously elected as President-elect of the National Association of Attorneys General, starting in 2026, emphasizing a commitment to bipartisanship and collaboration among state attorneys general. CT Mirror
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ To ensure holiday gifts and greeting cards arrive on time, familiarize yourself with USPS, FedEx, and UPS shipping deadlines throughout December. NBC Connecticut
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UConn men's basketball team rebounds from a challenging non-conference start with key victories, entering Big East play with momentum and high expectations. Connecticut Post
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Magic of Lights Holiday Experience
The Magic of Lights offers a festive, drive-through holiday lights display featuring beloved seasonal characters and scenes at Pratt & Whitney Stadium.
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Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Providence Bruins Hockey Game
Enjoy a thrilling hockey game between the Hartford Wolf Pack and the Providence Bruins, featuring $2 drafts and hot dogs available during the first intermission.
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Connecticut Ballet's The Nutcracker in Hartford
Connecticut Ballet celebrates its 40th annual production of The Nutcracker, featuring guest stars from prestigious ballet companies.
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Connecticut Ballet: The Nutcracker in Hartford
Experience the magical ballet of The Nutcracker, a beloved Christmas tradition featuring enchanting dancing toys and a heroic Nutcracker prince.
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Hartford Jazz Orchestra Performance at Elicit Brewery
Experience a live performance by Hartford's premier 16-piece Big Band Jazz Orchestra featuring a monthly special guest artist.
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Magic of Lights Drive-Through Experience
Magic of Lights is a drive-through holiday lights display featuring animated holiday scenes and characters, allowing visitors to enjoy the festive atmosphere from their vehicles.
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Harlem Globetrotters Performance
The Harlem Globetrotters return to the XL Center for an exciting basketball game featuring impressive trick shots and entertaining antics against the Washington Generals.
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The Return of Super Cat: Live Reggae Concert
Experience a live performance by the iconic reggae dancehall artist Super Cat at United Banquet Hall in Hartford.
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A Christmas Carol at Hartford Stage
Experience a revival of Charles Dickens' classic tale set in Victorian London, adapted and directed by Michael Wilson.
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Magic of Lights Drive-Through Experience
Experience a stunning drive-through holiday lights display featuring festive scenes and characters, utilizing LED technology and digital animations.
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